NSH is dedicated to comprehensive brain health services, catering to neurological well-being and rehabilitation services to help manage an acquired brain injury. Our specialized team of neurologists employs cutting-edge diagnostics, including imaging and neurological assessments, for accurate diagnoses. From common neurological disorders to complex conditions, our services encompass personalized treatment plans, rehabilitation programs, and neurosurgical interventions. We prioritize patient education, promoting a proactive approach to brain health. With a commitment to research and compassionate care, our brain health services aim to enhance cognitive function and overall neurological resilience for our community.
Clinics, Programs, and Services
Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) home
The Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Program is made up of many services and teams. It provides services to persons who have sustained an acquired brain injury across the continuum...
Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Day Program
Offered at 1 location
The ABI Day Program offers outpatient therapy groups for people who have an acquired brain injury. The program is for people who want to learn more about their brain injury...
Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Inpatient Rehabilitation
Offered at 1 location
We offer a full range of inpatient therapies to individuals who have experienced a significant brain injury due to trauma, stroke, or illness. We provide specialized rehabilitative care during your...
Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Neuropsychology Services
Offered at 1 location
This service provides comprehensive assessment of thinking, emotional, and behavioural skills (e.g., memory, mood, self-control). The assessment helps identify cognitive and behavioural strengths and weaknesses to make recommendations for strategies...
Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Outpatient Occupational Therapy Services
Offered at 1 location
Outpatient Occupational Therapy (OT) provides individualized therapy to address the impact brain injury can have on daily activity such as:
- Upper extremity / hand therapy
- Spasticity (tone) management / splinting...
Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Outpatient Physiotherapy Services
Offered at 1 location
Outpatient Physiotherapy offers individualized therapy to address the physical changes from brain injury such as weakness, balance problems, or difficulty moving around. Sessions may include hands-on treatments, exercise prescription, and...
Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Outreach Team
Offered at 1 location
The Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Outreach Team is an interdisciplinary community-based health care service for people who have an acquired brain injury. Services are offered via home and community visits...
Geriatric Ambulatory Care/Memory Disability Clinic
Offered at 1 location
The Geriatric Ambulatory Care/Memory Disability Clinic sees mostly seniors (65 and over) with health problems related to frailty or dementia. Consultations are on a referral basis only, meaning that a...
Epilepsy Neuropsychology Service
Offered at 1 location
(You can find an overview of all Nova Scotia Health's seizure and epilepsy services here, including the First Unprovoked Seizure Clinic and the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit.)
This service...
Neurology & Spinal Cord Injury Program
Offered at 1 location
The Neurology & Spinal Cord Injury inpatient program is made up of a team who provides rehabilitation and support to maximize quality of life for patients and families who have...
First Unprovoked Seizure Clinic
Offered at 1 location
Note: If you have had a suspected first seizure, you should go to the nearest Emergency Department for further assessment.
If tests do not show any concerning findings and...
Video Electroencephalography Monitoring (EEG) clinic
Offered at 1 location
Electroencephalography (EEG) is a painless test that records the electrical signals from your brain.
The EEG technologist will attach electrodes to your scalp with a glue-like substance.
During a...
Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU)
Offered at 1 location
The Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) provides safe evaluation and treatment of episodes, seizures, or epilepsy. The goal of admission to the EMU is to record your seizures to help...
Patient Education Resources
Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Day Treatment Program
The Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Day Treatment Program is a supportive group where you can learn about ABI, ways to manage ongoing challenges related to your ABI, meet people with similar experiences, and explore your strengths.
Recovery After a Mild Stroke
This pamphlet explains some of the common symptoms after a mild stroke, and answers questions like how long your symptoms will last, when you can drive again, what your chance is of having another stroke, and what you can do to prevent another stroke.
After Your Stroke
This pamphlet defines what a stroke is, what a stroke might look like, and what a stroke can cause. Other topics include admission to hospital, rehabilitation, getting back to normal, and your discharge plan. This pamphlet is also available in French.
Concussion Recovery
A concussion is a traumatic brain injury (TBI). This pamphlet includes information on how long symptoms last, symptoms to watch for, and what to expect the first few weeks. An in-depth list of common symptoms and how to deal with them, and a FAQ section is also included.
Mild Traumatic Brain Injury and Concussion Education Session
Nova Scotia Health staff are offering a 2-part education session for people who have recently experienced a mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) or concussion. Each session is 60 mins (1 hour) long. This session is being offered online using Zoom for Healthcare. This pamphlet explains who the session is for and how you can sign up.
Alcohol and Drug Use After an Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
If you have an ABI, using alcohol and drugs can have a serious effect on you and your recovery. This pamphlet explains how alcohol and drug use will affect you after an ABI and lists resources for getting help.
Anger After an Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Anger is a natural emotion. People with an ABI sometimes have problems with anger. It is important to manage your anger. If you do not manage your anger, it can hurt your relationships and make it hard for you to do things (like work or take part in social activities). Tips for managing anger are provided.
Attention After an Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
This pamphlet explains different ways you may experience attention problems after a brain injury, things that can make it worse, and tips for coping.
Fatigue After an Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
This pamphlet explains what causes fatigue after an ABI, different ways you may experience fatigue, things that can make fatigue worse, and tips for coping with fatigue.
Initiation and Motivation After an Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Many people with an acquired brain injury (ABI) have trouble doing tasks or taking part in activities. This is often caused by a problem with initiation, not because you are not motivated. This pamphlet explains how problems with initiation may affect you and what you can do to help with initiation.
Memory after Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
After an acquired brain injury (ABI), you may have changes in your memory. This pamphlet explains how memory changes might affect you, and tips for managing your memory.
Perseveration after an Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
This pamphlet explains what perseveration is, strategies that can help, and lists helpful resources.
Physical Activity After an Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
After an acquired brain injury (ABI), it is important to stay active.
The Driver Evaluation Program: Frequently Asked Questions
Your primary health care provider may want you to attend the Driver Evaluation Program if you are having health troubles that could affect your driving. This pamphlet answers common questions about the program.
First Unprovoked Seizure
This pamphlet explains why seizures happen, what unprovoked and provoked seizures are, what will happen after your first seizure, and what epilepsy is.
Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU)
The Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) provides safe environment to record your seizures to help us better understand your seizure disorder. This pamphlet gives details about being admitted, how to prepare for your stay, how video-EEG works, and what you can expect during your time in the hospital.
Unit 7.4: General Neurology, Acute Stroke Care Unit, and Epilepsy Monitoring Unit - Halifax Infirmary (HI)
This pamphlet includes information about Unit 7.4, Home First and discharge planning, important telephone numbers, your health care team, visitor information, parking, food and drink, personal belongings, waiting rooms, and places to stay in Halifax.